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8 Recession Indicators and What They Mean for Your Money
Are your roots showing because you can’t justify getting your hair highlighted? Do you have a stack of instant Ramen noodles in your pantry for the first time since college? While Bloomberg might not officially label these as recession indicators, some people on the internet have. The social media world has been having fun with...
Apr 18, 2026
Practical Ways to Tackle Overspending
It’s hard to break the habit of spending more than you want, but setting limits for yourself and saving first can help.
May 2, 2026
The Zero Based Budget Makes You Account for Every Dollar You Spend
Are you stressed about where your money’s going? We show you exactly how to use the zero-based budget to master your finances.
Apr 18, 2026
When Bankruptcy Is the Best Option
Bankruptcy isn't the end of the world, and can even help your credit score. The important thing to know is when to stop digging a hole you can't escape.
May 2, 2026
Median Home Price By State In The US
Learn more about U.S. median home prices by state and some key factors behind those prices.
Apr 25, 2026
EarnIn App Review: A Way to Get Paid As You Work?
We all know that sinking feeling. The long hours you’ve clocked in at work, the energy you’ve spent… But when you glance at your bank account, it doesn't really match up with your effort — at least not until payday. But what if there was a way to break this cycle, to get paid as...
Apr 4, 2026
Cut Your Water Bill by $300-$700 a Year Without Changing Your Daily Routine
Most of us want to know how to lower our water bill and save water, but we don’t have to depend on remembering to take shorter showers. Instead, take advantage of these non-behavior-dependent ways to save money on water.
Apr 18, 2026
Federal Funds Rate History 1990 to 2026
Forbes Advisor has compiled this history as a handy guide to the course of the federal funds rate and the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy decisions over the last 35 years.
Apr 25, 2026
5 Ways to Manage Your Subscriptions
Whether you love it or hate it, subscriptions are a thing in today’s world. Rather than paying a single flat fee, we have been roped into a world that requires ongoing payments for some of our favorite services. And with some — such as Netflix — raising prices, being able to better manage your subscriptions...
Apr 18, 2026
The Cracks In HOA Communities No One Talks About
What appears to be community upkeep can sometimes feel more like corporate bureaucracy. HOAs were supposed to protect neighborhoods, yet frustrations are rising among those footing the bill. Let’s break down 15 common failures that show how the system is shifting and who’s bearing the cost. Rising Fees Nicola Barts/Pexels You’d think those rising dues...
Apr 18, 2026
Gig Drivers Want a Minimum Wage. Here’s How That’s Going for Them
Across the country, lawmakers are attempting to raise wages and extend common worker protections to rideshare and delivery drivers.
May 2, 2026
Recession or Not — Your Finances Need a Backup Plan
A recession may be on the horizon. Uncertainty surrounding tariffs is creating chaos in the stock market. Inflation is on the rise again. Layoffs are happening across industries. And consumer confidence is tanking, reflected in spending trends. Investors and everyday Americans are holding their breath. After all, a recession could mean more job cuts and...
Apr 18, 2026